Method and system for processing signals via diplexers embedded in an integrated circuit package

Abstract

Methods and systems for processing signals via diplexers embedded in an integrated circuit package are disclosed and may include generating via a diplexer, one or more RF signals at different frequencies from one or more received RF signals. The diplexer may be integrated in a multi-layer package. The generated RF signals may be processed via an integrated circuit that may be electrically coupled to the multi-layer package. The diplexer may include hybrid couplers, which may include quarter wavelength transmission lines. The diplexer may be electrically coupled to one or more capacitors in the integrated circuit. The diplexer may be configured via switches in the integrated circuit and/or via MEMS switches in the multi-layer package. The diplexers may include lumped devices, which may include surface mount devices coupled to the multi-layer package or devices integrated in the integrated circuit. The integrated circuit may be flip-chip bonded to the multi-layer package.

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CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS / INCORPORATION BY REFERENCE[0001][Not Applicable]FEDERALLY SPONSORED RESEARCH OR DEVELOPMENT[0002][Not Applicable]MICROFICHE / COPYRIGHT REFERENCE[0003][Not Applicable]FIELD OF THE INVENTION[0004]Certain embodiments of the invention relate to wireless communication. More specifically, certain embodiments of the invention relate to a method and system for processing signals via diplexers embedded in an integrated circuit package.BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION[0005]Mobile communications have changed the way people communicate and mobile phones have been transformed from a luxury item to an essential part of every day life. The use of mobile phones is today dictated by social situations, rather than hampered by location or technology. While voice connections fulfill the basic need to communicate, and mobile voice connections continue to filter even further into the fabric of every day life, the mobile Internet is the next step in the mobile communicati...

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Benefits of technology

[0008]A system and / or method for processing signals via diplexers embedded in an integrated circuit package, substantially as shown in and / or described in connection with at least one of the figures, as set forth more completely in the claims.

Problems solved by technology

Additionally, transmit and / or receive circuitry within such mobile wireless devices often account for a significant portion of the power consumed within these devices.

Moreover, in some conventional communication systems, transmitters and / or receivers are often power inefficient in comparison to other blocks of the portable communication devices.

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